TFL-induced hip flexor pain is better described as outer-hip pain. Hip pain from this muscle can come from a variety of activities, but the most common are from sitting and running – and they are quite different. If you have TFL-induced hip flexor pain you likely are a runner or a d...
Compression (for example lying on the affected side) can be a factor which exacerbates ITB syndrome symptoms. Similarly, another common pattern is that pain can be more severe first thing in the morning. It will often respond well to oral non-steriodal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS). A cl...
According to other studies published by the National Institute of Health, systematic reviews found that foam roller use can help enhance range of motion and reduce pain after an intense bout of exercise, as well as relieve fibromyalgia symptoms (5,6). You can enjoy these benefits if you use ...
Knowing where they are can help you better target and relieve pain. Understanding where bones are and how tissues that connect muscle to bone function is also important for an effective massage. The connective tissues around the joints, like the hips, the knees, the ankles, and the feet ...